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Project Cetus will deliver the largest and most complex crewless submarine operated by a European Navy.
10,000 artillery rounds will be donated, as the UK completes the first delivery of Sea King helicopters to Ukraine.
Amazon and the Ministry of Defence are teaming up to scale up and accelerate work on advancing digital skills development across UK defence.
Operational Honours and Awards List recognises Armed Forces personnel for outstanding service
Press release
Military personnel from across the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force have been recognised for outstanding acts of bravery, commitment, and commendable service in the latest Armed Forces Operational Honours and Awards List, published today.
A £90 million contract to upgrade land-based radio capabilities will improve battlefield effectiveness while supporting over 200 jobs in Hampshire.
The defence equipment plan 2022 to 2032
Corporate report
The eleventh annual summary for MOD’s plans to deliver and support the equipment our armed forces need to do the jobs we ask of them.
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The MOD is endeavouring to meet its statutory obligations under the Freedom of Information Act (2000). However, the measures implemented to prevent the spread of Coronavirus are likely to significantly impact on our ability to respond to requests within the legislative timeframe. Where possible correspondence for MOD Information Rights Team Ground floor, zone D, Main Building, Whitehall, London, SW1A 2HB United Kingdom should be sent by via email to CIO-FOI@mod.gov.uk. We will process requests as quickly as possible, where priorities and resources allow, however there will inevitably be delays in processing some of these requests. Thank you for your patience during this time.
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